Best Practices for Efficient Logistics Across the English Channel
The United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union has brought a series of new challenges for companies involved in the flow of goods between the UK and EU countries. Costly delays and complications can arise due to changes in customs regulations, border controls, and new administrative formalities. Although it has been several years since Brexit, its repercussions still impact the daily operations of shippers, carriers, and logistics service providers. How can logistics companies effectively face these challenges to ensure efficient transport of goods across the English Channel?
Attention to Correct and Complete Documentation
A key aspect that logistics partners handling freight from the UK to the EU should focus on is the accuracy and completeness of the documents required for transport: customs documents, commercial invoices, waybills, and certificates of origin. Any omissions or errors can cause delays in transport, generating unnecessary costs. Companies should regularly organize training sessions to keep their staff, especially those in sales, operations, and customs clearance teams, up to date with the latest legal and customs requirements.
Monitoring Changes in Customs Regulations
To avoid problems, it is equally important to stay updated on potential changes in customs regulations, as well as sanitary and safety rules. This way, the logistics partner will be adequately prepared for any changes, minimizing the risk of costly surprises at the border. Cooperation with experienced customs agents can be a significant advantage, as they possess specialist knowledge of current regulations.
Using Technology to Monitor Transport
Delays in transport can occur not only at the border between the UK and France at Dover and Calais. Traffic jams on routes caused by adverse weather conditions or sudden incidents (such as accidents) can happen at any stage of transport, both on the British and continental sides. Therefore, planning routes in real-time using GPS tools is crucial, allowing for ongoing updates to avoid obstacles.
Cooperating with Reliable Carriers
Logistics service providers handling freight transport across the English Channel should only work with experienced and reliable carriers whose employees, both drivers and administrative staff, have knowledge of customs procedures on both sides of the border and clearance processes. This also helps to reduce the risk of costly delays.
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